Posted on: 6/1/2024
Slowing Down for Summer By Renee Leon Summer – it’s here. And if you’re like me, in mid-May, the June/July calendars were already jam-packed and feeling as if the summer is ALREADY OVER. But today, as I write this, I’ve been given the opportunity to slow way down and be fully present. Our 6-year-old dog, sweet Maggie, started feeling unwell last week. We had to admit her to the hospital for 6 days and make a tough choice not to proceed with a major surgery. Maggie got to come home, away from all the stress of hospital life, and try to feel better with meds and her family loving her. After having her home for 24 hours, I’ve been struck by how quickly I shifted out of “so busy, gotta rush” mode and into one of extreme gratitude for the gift of a little more time. So, June’s article is simply an invitation to slow down this summer. Enjoy time with your loved ones, the 4 legged an ... read more